Grown Gentlemen Taught to Dance 1803

Henry William Bunbury's satirical etching, *Grown Gentlemen Taught to Dance* (1803), depicts three men awkwardly attempting to dance. The scene, set in a room with framed portraits, humorously captures the absurdity of older gentlemen attempting to master a youthful art. Bunbury was known for his witty caricatures of social life, and this work exemplifies his keen observation of human foibles. The etching is a fine example of British social satire, offering a humorous commentary on the etiquette and manners of the era.